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SECTION
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INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW |
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SUMMER IPL CONFERENCE
American
Bar Association JUNE
18-22, 2003 |
Information
GENERAL INFORMATIONRegistration Fee
The registration fee includes admission to all CLE programs and the business
session, course materials, continental breakfast (for the registrant)
on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and buffet breakfast on Sunday, one
admission to the Wednesday evening Welcome Reception, the Thursday evening
Committee on Minorities and Women in the Profession Reception, and the
Saturday evening Closing Reception.
The spouse/guest registration fee includes breakfast (for one) on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and buffet breakfast on Sunday, one admission to the Wednesday evening Welcome Reception, the Thursday evening Committee on Minorities and Women in the Profession Reception, and the Saturday evening Closing Reception.
There will be no charge for children under 16 years of age to attend the Conference activities, but please indicate on the registration form the names and ages of children who will accompany you.
Cancellation Policy
Registrants who are unable to attend the Summer IPL Conference will receive
a refund less a $50 administrative fee if a written cancellation request
is received by June 4, 2003. Cancellation requests should be faxed to
ABA-IPL Section at 312/988-5628, attn: "2003 Summer IPL Conference".
No refunds will be granted after June 4, 2003. Substitutions are acceptable.
The ABA reserves the right to cancel any program and assumes no responsibility
for personal expenses. Course materials will be sent to all those unable
to attend but who cancel beyond the refundable cancellation deadline of
June 4, 2003.
Continuing Legal Education Credit
CLE accreditation has been requested for this program from every state
with mandatory continuing legal education requirements for lawyers. Each
state granting such credit makes its own determination as to the number
of hours of credit to be awarded for attendance. Attendees requesting
credit for the program must follow the instructions for CLE provided on
site at the registration area CLE table. Certificates of attendance will
be available at the CLE table, as well as Texas CLE Cards and Pennsylvania
CLE Certificates. New York and Delaware attorneys must sign in and sign
out each time they enter or leave the room. New York attorneys must complete
the special New York certificate of attendance at the end of the program
and have it signed by authorized ABA personnel. For questions relating
to the number of credit hours granted by each state, please contact the
ABA Center for CLE at 312/988-6217.
Hotel Information and Reservations
Most of the Section meetings and social events will take place at the
Loews Coronado Bay Resort, 4000 Coronado Bay Road, Coronado, California.
A block of rooms has been reserved at the Loews Coronado Bay Resort at
the discounted rate of $239 single/double occupancy, plus an 8% room tax.
The cut-off date for room reservations at the discounted rate is Tuesday,
May 27, 2003. After that date, rooms can be reserved at the special rate
on a space available basis only. To reserve a room, call the Loews Coronado
Bay Resort directly at 619/424-4000 or 800/81-LOEWS. Be sure to mention
the ABA Section of Intellectual Property Law 2003 Summer IPL Conference
to receive the special rate.
Section Registration, Computer Center and Hospitality Area
The Section will maintain a Registration, Computer Center and Hospitality
area from Wednesday, June 18 through Saturday, June 21 in the Commodore
Ballroom.
The Section Staff on site at the registration desk will handle questions you may have about the Conference, the Section or the ABA. Messages may be left with Section Staff for meeting registrants during meeting hours. Messages will be posted on a bulletin board as they are received. Please remember to check the board as we are unable to page attendees or interrupt meetings and program sessions.
New this year, the Section will maintain a small computer center with several computer stations, Internet access and high speed printers for those who wish to print out portions of the course materials onsite.
Registration/Hospitality Hours
Wednesday, June 18 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, June 19 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday, June 20 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 21 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
2003 IPL Expo
For the tenth consecutive year, the Summer IPL Conference is featuring
a special trade show exhibition by vendors who provide valuable legal
products and services to the IP law practitioner. Do not miss the opportunity
to stop by and visit the exhibits in the Commodore Ballroom. This is your
opportunity to meet with the vendors and discover the latest products
and technology available to aid you in your practice.
Exhibitors signed up to date include:
CONSOR
Dennemeyer & Co.
DSI Technology Escrow Services
National Arbitration Forum
Jamison Insurance Group
Thomson
- West
We urge all meeting attendees to visit our exhibitors during open hours
and help insure the success of this popular feature at our conference.
Section Business Session
The Business Session at the Summer IPL Conference will be held on Thursday,
June 19, 2003, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. CLE credit will be available
for those attending the Business Session.
The Council of the Section of Intellectual Property Law is scheduled to meet April 28, 2003 to classify proposed resolutions submitted for consideration at the 2003 Summer IPL Conference. Following the April meeting, a listing of the full texts of all resolutions-- along with their Council classification-- will be sent to all Section members. The complete committee reports, supporting the resolutions, will be sent to those who register for the Summer IPL Conference.
The Business Session will be conducted using Roberts Rules of Order, newly revised, 1990, published by Scott Foresman and Company, available in both hardcover and paperback.
Weather and Dress
San Diego's climate is temperate year-round. In June the average daily
high temperature is 71 degrees and the average low is 61 degrees. Coastal
fog can roll in during the early evening and cool the temperatures quickly.
The skies can be cloudy up to 40% of the time, however there is little
chance of rain. Short sleeve shirts and lightweight pants are generally
sufficient during the daytime, and a light jacket is recommended, particularly
in the evening. The Section Chair has declared that casual attire is the
dress code for the entire conference.
Transportation
The ABA offers a discounted travel program. You may call the airlines
directly and refer to the appropriate account number: American Airlines,
800/433?1790, Star File #15794; Delta Airlines, 800/241-6760, Acct. #189408A;
or USAirways, 877/874-7687, Acct. #36632473. For more information, please
contact Tower Travel Management, the official ABA travel agent, at 800/921-9190,
or visit their website at www.towertravel.com.
The Loews Coronado Bay Resort is on Coronado, across San Diego Bay from San Diego. A taxi ride is about 25 minutes from the airport and costs approximately $35 including the tip.
Rental car booths are located near the baggage claim areas in both terminals at the airport. Shuttles are accessible at Terminal 1 center traffic aisle and at the traffic island at the far west end of Terminal 2. Shuttles and limousine service are also available. You can find details on the airport's website at: www.san.org.
Babysitting Services
If special arrangements are needed for baby-sitting services during the
conference, please contact the Loews Coronado Bay Resort concierge desk
at 619/424-4000.
Services for the Disabled/Special Considerations
If special arrangements are required for an individual with a disability
to attend this meeting, please contact the Section Staff at 312/988-5598
no later than June 4, 2003.
If special menus are required, due to dietary considerations, for the Thursday and Friday luncheons, the Wednesday Welcome Reception, or any off-property meal events, please call 312/988-5598 before June 4, 2003 or indicate these on your registration form.
Additional Information
For additional information regarding the Summer IPL Conference. E-mail
inquiries to intelprop@abanet.org or fax inquiries to 312/988-5628. To
speak directly with Section Staff, please call 312/988-5598.
A special one-day CLE program entitled Practical Tips on Enforcing and Defending Patents will precede the Summer IPL Conference on Tuesday, June 17, from 8:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This one-day CLE program is sponsored by the Section's Young Lawyers Committee, in cooperation with local IP organizations, and will also take place at the Loews Coronado Bay Resort. Separate registration is required for this one-day program.
Special Tuition Assistance
A limited number of registration fee reductions are available for government
employees, academics, law students, and public interest lawyers employed
with non-profit organizations. No full tuition waivers are available.
The one-time only fee-reductions will be determined on a case by case,
first come first serve basis. To apply, send a letter outlining the basis
for your request of a fee waiver to Betsi Roach, Section Director, ABA
Section of Intellectual Property Law, 321 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60610-4714. Deadline for receipt: May 24, 2003. No cases will be considered
after the deadline, and all standard registration fee rates will apply
after May 24, 2003.
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